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2026 NFL Draft Prospect Primer: Running Backs

**Emmett Johnson - Nebraska**

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### **Measurables**

Height - 5'10" Weight - 202 lbs Arm - 30 1/4"

Hand - 9 3/4"

### **Prospect Overview**

After leading Nebraska with over 900 all-purpose yards in 2024, Johnson was named Second-team Associated Press All American in 2025, leading the country with 151.8 all-purpose yards per game. He was awarded Big Ten conference RB of the year, finishing with 1,451 yards and 12 touchdowns on the ground.

### **Rankings and Analysis**

"_Johnson is a hard-charging, gap-scheme runner. He brings a steady dose of urgency, decisiveness and fairly predictable run tracks. Johnson's production and game-by-game consistency stand out despite average size and top-end speed… He's able to help as a pass-catcher and projects as a solid backup best suited for downhill concepts."_

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